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1.9/4/2008 7:56:00 PMExplorer is sometimes very crowded on holidays- parking gets tight, picnic table/sand space is tight.

2.9/4/2008 11:54:00 PMWhen the Caparral Park is converted to a kayak park it could also could accomodate boaters with dogs so the dogs can get off the boat for a while.

3.9/5/2008 4:13:00 PMMeadow Park boat storage needs a lockable gate so it can be locked during the closed hours. This would prevent thief and damage to the items stored there and stop people who drive cars in circles in the gravel at night. Close gate at 11:00 PM Open gate at 5:30 AM. I live across from Meadow Park and hear and see things in the night.

4.9/5/2008 4:18:00 PMThe goos patrol dogs have done an excellent job...thank you.

5.9/5/2008 4:47:00 PMPlease post signs indicating no swimming or playing off the boat dock at Meadow park. This is a very dangerous situation when someone is trying to launch or dock a boat.

6.9/5/2008 5:36:00 PMnone

7.9/5/2008 5:41:00 PMWe need more Bocce Courts.

8.9/5/2008 6:02:00 PMSigns stating NO DOGS are posted at the parks. Yet, dogs are part of the picnic or swimming group there, or walked at the park or running loose under supervision at the park. I am a dog lover, but, I really don't think they belong at the parks for any reason, except health issues their owners may need them for.

9.9/5/2008 6:46:00 PMbird dropings at Commodore, Hideaway

10.9/5/2008 6:48:00 PMnone

11.9/5/2008 7:20:00 PMMuch more pleasant now that the goose droppings have been reduced dramatically. Kudo's to the dog team.

12.9/5/2008 7:33:00 PMpool should be open longer

13.9/5/2008 7:57:00 PMVista Park goose poop cleanup is wanting most of the time. There is not small boat storage available, anywhere.

14.9/5/2008 8:07:00 PMHave restrooms open early!

15.9/5/2008 9:57:00 PMThe parks seemed to be better maintained in years past as far as cleanliness of the beaches and rest rooms. As always, Explorer, Hideaway and Vista need at least twice as much parking then they have in the summer and holidays.

16.9/5/2008 10:11:00 PMMake every effort to maintain and keep beaches clean

17.9/5/2008 10:58:00 PMNeed better grass.

18.9/5/2008 11:33:00 PMtoo small. pets not allowed, too crowded generally. nasty lake water so swimming isn't healthy or fun.

19.9/5/2008 11:34:00 PMNeed stronger enforcement of no dogs

20.9/6/2008 1:50:00 AMImprove the grass. Keep removing the foul.

21.9/6/2008 3:56:00 AMLake cleanup and geese/bird reduction a real plus. Play equipment improvements also nice for grandchildren.

22.9/6/2008 4:33:00 AMMosre shad areas would be helpful.

23.9/6/2008 5:25:00 AMNot well maintained, The lake has to much growth

24.9/6/2008 2:52:00 PMWould like walking path, maybe paved, in Commodore.

25.9/6/2008 4:01:00 PMNEGATIVE-Prime beach area taking up with playground equipment at Explorer and Vista. POSITIVE- Explorer Park is always kept well manicured by the crew. My wife walks by that one several times a week.

26.9/6/2008 4:59:00 PMLake Wildwood Assoc. does an outstanding job maintaining the lake,beaches & grounds.

27.9/6/2008 5:36:00 PMBathroom facilities need to be updated and made ADA standard. Pathways through the parks should be built to help with movement to and from the beach and facilities and the parking lots. Hideaway is a great example of what needs to be done.

28.9/6/2008 6:15:00 PMWe MUST keep geese and ducks to a minimum,as much as possible! (If we are to use them)

29.9/6/2008 6:25:00 PMWe don't understand why dogs are not permitted, even on a leash. Our parks should be dog-friendly. Designate some parks as OK for dogs.

30.9/6/2008 6:57:00 PMQ. 23 is really N/A

31.9/6/2008 8:17:00 PMLast year there seemed to be small sucking critters in the water and swimming was unpleasant. This year the water around Vista Park seems to be critter free - a big improvement!

32.9/6/2008 8:31:00 PMPlease address the sanitary order problem at Explorer park, it makes it difficult to enjoy the environment and picnic.

33.9/6/2008 10:15:00 PMno comments

34.9/6/2008 10:26:00 PMGreat places to socialize and meet new friends

35.9/6/2008 10:37:00 PMI was very impressed with the improvements at Hideaway & will probably use it more often now. I would like to see more sand brought into the beach area near the new docks. Also lawn area needs a liitle more care.

36.9/6/2008 10:44:00 PMRest Rooms need to be upgraded and made handicapped accessible. The parking lot at Hideaway Park needs to be paved and stripped for better parking.

37.9/6/2008 11:49:00 PMCommodore's beach would probably be used more if parking were closer.

38.9/7/2008 12:16:00 AMCommodore Park needs some firm pathways to/from the parking lots

39.9/7/2008 1:09:00 AMkeep them mowed, paint outside of some bathrooms, replace worn picnic benches and perhaps one more at Explorer

40.9/7/2008 1:26:00 AMHappy to hear that the parks are gradually being improved--new bathrooms, landscaping, docks, etc. Hideaway Park is so much better now.

41.9/7/2008 7:43:00 AMLack of parking in and around the park for both Autos and Golf Carts.

42.9/7/2008 3:35:00 PMOne park or beach designated for dogs would be nice.

43.9/7/2008 4:57:00 PMThe only problem is the duck and goose droppings. I don't know what can be done about that though.

44.9/7/2008 8:09:00 PMThe lake is so dirty we cannot swim

45.9/7/2008 9:16:00 PMNone

46.9/7/2008 10:01:00 PMgoose poop attracts flies in the parks

47.9/7/2008 10:59:00 PMwe need a year round pool

48.9/8/2008 12:30:00 AMWe are totally frustrated that our dogs are not allowed in ANY beach or park area. this really negatively affects our enjoyment of the parks and beaches. Other than that, we like the beaches and parks very much.

49.9/8/2008 2:36:00 AMSeems to be fine

50.9/8/2008 2:39:00 AMMeadow Park needs more trees. The security lights at the boat yard are too bright at night when they go on and shine in my bedroom. I have complained about the lights before, but they are on a lot because of deer, etc and during the winter, when the leaves are gone, they are very annoying. Plant more evergreen trees along the Vogt fence to encompass the area.

51.9/8/2008 3:12:00 AMTry to keep the geese away when the parks are in use

52.9/8/2008 7:50:00 PMThe sand volleyball court at Commodore Park definitely needs a fence or other barrier between it and the Marina -- too many balls end up in the water, with the only retrieval options being swimming in an area where there are lots of fishhooks or climbing around the gates onto the restricted docks.

53.9/8/2008 9:57:00 PMWe would very much like to have REAL SAND at Explorer beach. Currently, it is VERY dusty. Also, the sewage SMELL get very bad, at times.

54.9/8/2008 10:20:00 PMI like the newer playground equipment that we have for the smaller children

55.9/8/2008 10:33:00 PMBird droppings are better but still a problem.

56.9/8/2008 10:37:00 PMIt is nice to see the gease mess has been cleaned up, sometimes too many unruly kids.

57.9/8/2008 11:08:00 PMAt Hideaway Park, someone tangled the buoys and made the swimming area smaller. The new trees and play equipment make this park on the whole much better.

58.9/8/2008 11:48:00 PMbe nice to have a place where dogs could have access to the lake.

59.9/9/2008 1:14:00 AMCould use better docking @ Vista & Commodore for our elderly visitors

60.9/9/2008 2:36:00 AMupgrade restrooms

61.9/9/2008 3:27:00 AMThe geese poops in Vista this year was disgusting and drove me away.

62.9/9/2008 3:50:00 AMVista could use more goose control. Geese can make these parks unusable.

63.9/9/2008 9:11:00 AMOf course no one likes to swim in the things "growing" in the lake but I know you are doing the best you can to rectify it.

64.9/9/2008 5:19:00 PMSo much better now that we have the "goose patrol"!

65.9/9/2008 5:23:00 PMI would like to see more trees planted in some of the parks. We could use more trees in all parking areas as well.

66.9/9/2008 5:32:00 PMThe pavilion at Hideaway Park could use fans similar to those at Commodore Park.

67.9/9/2008 5:38:00 PMContinue the upgrading of all the parks amenities

68.9/9/2008 5:52:00 PMnone

69.9/9/2008 7:15:00 PMsewer odor at explorer is, at times, real bad

70.9/9/2008 7:17:00 PMDesilt Meadow Park Bay! The situation with the geese is much better.

71.9/9/2008 7:20:00 PMWe prefer the pool to swim in, it is cleaner.

72.9/9/2008 7:24:00 PMNeed to remove the gopher/mole problem in Commodore Park.

73.9/9/2008 9:02:00 PMThere is an occasional sewer smell at Explorer. It has occurred during the entire 7 years I have lived here. Seems like something could be done about it.

74.9/9/2008 9:39:00 PMCan use new docks at Meadow. Really like the addition of more day use docks at Hideaway.

75.9/9/2008 9:45:00 PMIt seems that the commordore beach and meadow park beach get very little use becuase there is no shade.

76.9/9/2008 11:13:00 PM1.BUILD SHADE STRUCTURES ON HIDAWAY PARK NEAR WATER (TREES PLANTED WILL TAKE YEARS BEFORE OFFERING REAL SHADE). 2. PARKING AT HIDAWAY SHOULD BE EXPANDED TO UNUSED GRASSY AREA NEAR WATER LIKE VISTA PARK.

77.9/10/2008 2:56:00 AMOn weekends, particularly, there are a lot of vehicles in the parking area with no visible decals, parking passes or other indications of authorized access to Lake Wildwood.

78.9/10/2008 4:33:00 AMExplorer park is the closet but the smell has limited our time. I have called and was told it is an issue they are working on. We love vista park and we have noticed less goose poop. We like the recycle trash cans. Thank you!

79.9/10/2008 4:25:00 PMMy only concern is the location of the swimming sign at Vista Park. If one is sitting on the lawn, you are unable to see children swimming in the lake. May I suggest that the sign be placed on the tree. I have spoken to many parents down at the park and they all agree. Thank you for your concern.

80.9/10/2008 5:02:00 PMNicest when geese are cleaned up/and or absent entirely. When huge occasion came up for us, not good communication from office about how MANY families had same day, usage of BBQ stoves, lake access, a big wedding and our big anniversary (40th) made problems for BOTH groups....explained as MUrphys LAW??? Not acceptable answer to either group. We have not used CP for any more groups, personally...free park as members only as good as availability and fair scheduling.

81.9/10/2008 5:38:00 PMWould like the swimming pool open year round.

82.9/10/2008 6:49:00 PMOverall, we believe that the parks are very well maintained, and that this level of maintenance should continue. There does need to be continuing attention paid to "Goose Poop", which has been reduced lately.

83.9/10/2008 9:24:00 PMIt is critical that non-goose dogs are cited and removed form the parks. They can interfere with the success of the actual authorized goose dogs.

84.9/10/2008 10:06:00 PMThe grassy area was once cleaner than it is today. Need more shade on the park at the swimming pool. There seems to be more grass growing in the swimming areas. Would like to see the grass etc. cleaned out every year.

85.9/10/2008 10:15:00 PMPolicy prohibiting dogs should be reversed. (dogs should however be well behaved, required to be on leash and the owner/handler held responsible for removing their dog's excrement.)

86.9/10/2008 10:37:00 PMSwimming pool area needs real face lift...old and dirty.....replace chain link fence with rod iron and cedar......create a small exercise/fitness area....the one outside the gate is small and expensive...would also like to see some kayak stands available in the parks for permanant or seasonal storage.

87.9/10/2008 11:25:00 PMTher continues to be a lot of goose droppings.

88.9/11/2008 12:12:00 AMAt Explorer Park, move the tables on the south side of the creek to the north side. These tables are never where they are currently located.

89.9/11/2008 4:07:00 AMA lot of goose feces at Vista Park

90.9/11/2008 4:34:00 PMBetter maintained grass in parks, especially Hideaway with the new improvements and landscaping, the grass is pathetic.

91.9/11/2008 4:34:00 PMIt would be nice to allow dogs on leash to the parks

92.9/11/2008 6:27:00 PMI would be nice to have one area in one of the parks and a time frame or one day that dogs could be allowed to enjoy the water and grass in the park. A small area in one of the parks that is not used by that many members.

93.9/11/2008 7:11:00 PMI've been very pleased with the state of the beaches, with hardly any goose droppings around this summer.

94.9/11/2008 8:22:00 PMThis year at Explorer Park it appears there is a woman using the park regularly as her day care center. They have taken over most of the beach on several of my visits and have made my use of the beach awkward.

95.9/11/2008 9:26:00 PMSpeeding of boats in the no wake areas. Need one additional sign of wakes in WIDE AREA of Chaparral Circle and Chaparral Drive. Boats seem to think it is no longer a wake area after passing last sign 3 signs by the Island heading South. Move 3rd sign about 150 yards South of the sign -wide area.

96.9/11/2008 11:59:00 PMHidaway is now terrific

97.9/12/2008 2:36:00 AMShould allow all dogs in the park

98.9/12/2008 6:00:00 PMgoose droppings have decreased but there is still some work to do

99.9/12/2008 7:23:00 PMThe parks(especially meadow and vista) need some serious attention! The lawn needs to be maintained,the sand is dirty and well, lacking sand, the picnic tables need to be replaced. Vista has the most beautiful setting and the breeze on the hot summer nights makes it the place to be, but for some reason it is like the forgotten cousin to "commodore"!! Meadow park has a serious drainage problem I think there was a puddle of water on the corner of the basketball court for about 2months (long enough to grow moss and slime)! We really enjoy going out to that park there is a lot of room to play baseball/football with the kids, but the sloppy grass really makes it messy! We have some really nice parks here, I just wish some things could get taken care of!

100.9/12/2008 10:04:00 PMallow dogs in parks

101.9/12/2008 10:05:00 PMGreat to keep the geese poop off the beaches and park

102.9/13/2008 2:48:00 AMDuck poop on the grass and beaches has been awful in the past years, but better this year. Roped off swim areas were decreased at Commodore and Hideaway which was a disappointment to us. Needs to be larger!

103.9/13/2008 4:04:00 AMA lot of goose poop along the shoreline at the beach by the pool area. Also, the beach in Commodore Park tends to be scummy: lake weed and such. Would be nice to have boat docks near the beach by the pool.

104.9/13/2008 4:37:00 AMWe don't use Meadow Park, (except for boat launching), but that is primarily because of the lack of parking and the unattractive access to the park. We believe there are ideas afloat to downgrade Meadow Park, because of it's lack of use. We are totally opposed to that idea. Rather, the park should be made more attractive. Then it's use would increase. We strongly oppose any move to reduce parkland.

105.9/13/2008 4:48:00 AMNeed a large play structure at Commodore.

106.9/13/2008 5:13:00 PMNone.

107.9/13/2008 7:07:00 PMCan we please get some real sand on our beaches instead of that "rocky stuff" that we have. It is not hard to do...It is not expensive...we do not have big waves that will wash the sand away...if we put sand in place it will stay there and more people will use the beaches

108.9/13/2008 7:42:00 PMlike what's been done for Hideaway even tho it's not completed; all parks should be improved in line with LWW Master Plan, incl. new bathrooms, once done they'll be good for many,many years to come

109.9/13/2008 9:36:00 PMI love what you've done to the landscaping at Hideaway Park. Am anxiously awaiting the parking lot/bathroom completion there

110.9/14/2008 2:24:00 AMThe duck droppings need to be cleaned on a regular basis.

111.9/14/2008 4:34:00 PMParks need a little more maintance up keep

112.9/14/2008 4:38:00 PMWould like more shade, and removal of duck feces

113.9/14/2008 5:42:00 PMnone

114.9/14/2008 6:49:00 PMGrass got very dry at Meadow park. Bocce courts would be nice to move closer to the lake/bathrooms Explorer is very nice.

115.9/14/2008 7:50:00 PMEmergency phone signs could be more noticeable. Possibly have the type of trash cans used in parks up in the Sierras, lockable and prevents wild animals from getting into them.

116.9/14/2008 8:12:00 PMExplorer Park usually has a foul sewer odor during the summer. The sand is dirty and very dusty and we would like to see new sand on the beach.

117.9/14/2008 9:08:00 PMwe need more and better bocce ball facilities

118.9/15/2008 4:57:00 PMWpuld like to be able to take our small dog on a leash when we go to the park with the understanding that everyone is a responsible dog owner and will pick up after them.

119.9/15/2008 5:57:00 PMWish we could have one park for dogs, so they could swim and play.

120.9/16/2008 12:21:00 AMlike the upgrades to Hideway

121.9/16/2008 3:40:00 AMReally appreciate the very clean bathrooms. Would like Meadow park to have a few more picnic tables by the beach/play area.

122.9/16/2008 6:26:00 PMBoth Vista and Commodore park beaches are too rocky in the swimming areas.

123.9/16/2008 9:21:00 PMWave action quite heavy at Vista sometimes

124.9/16/2008 11:54:00 PMIt would be very helpful if there was a place where kayaks could safely be stored and secured for ease of access. I would be willing to pay a fee for this service, and I would definitely use the kayaks more often!

125.9/17/2008 2:59:00 AMCommodore Park parking problems

126.9/17/2008 5:32:00 AMParks need to be updated and improved.

127.9/17/2008 3:47:00 PMThere is still an offensive odor present occasionally at Explorer Park

128.9/17/2008 4:35:00 PMCould use better boat parking at Vista; all park restrooms need updating and expanding those at Commodore; the recent work at Hideaway is outstanding, let's hope it gets finished, Meadow Park needs major rethinking and a decision made if it is to be for recreation and boat parking as it is not now doing well at either.

129.9/18/2008 9:35:00 PMWe are new to Lake Wildwood and will reserve our opinion on some of the above until we get better familiar with the runnings of the Parks. Thank You

130.9/20/2008 3:03:00 AMImplement smoking limitations

131.9/20/2008 3:31:00 PMGreat improvements to Hideaway Park this last year although tree selection was poor. Magnolias are not characteristic of this area.

132.9/20/2008 3:40:00 PMwish list to fix: 1) Negative effect of waste water pump @ Explorer. 2) lack of put-in, take-out for kayaks @ Commodore.

133.9/20/2008 3:53:00 PMGoose poo still needs work

134.9/20/2008 7:38:00 PMKeep up and pursue the exclusion of the geese. Always a need for more tables. Improve security at Meadow for boat storage.

135.9/20/2008 9:23:00 PMNone.

136.9/20/2008 9:48:00 PMPeople using Highaway Park to cook during summer months often leave fires smoldering and smoking for hours into the night. This smoke drifts into open windows of nearby homes. Often it is impossible to use our deck or leave our windows open. Please post signs stating fires must be completely out before leaving park. Also, alert members to this unpleasant problem. Thank you!

137.9/20/2008 10:30:00 PMLIKE THE RECENT IMPROVEMENTS AT HIDEWAY PARK

138.9/20/2008 10:55:00 PMI have written the board in seeing about having a ban on smoking on the beaches, since it is for use mainly by the children and adults swimming in the water. I don't care if these people want to smoke in the picnic area behind the sandy beaches. please consider this as it would make the beach environment much more inviting. To many people put their cigarette out in the sand.

139.9/21/2008 12:53:00 AMThe addition of the volleyball court was a good one. Also, having the'goose' dogs on "patrol" has been a great improvement since we first moved here. You can actually walk on the grass. Thank you.

140.9/21/2008 3:37:00 AMHideaway for swimming and kayaking.

141.9/21/2008 4:12:00 AMExplorer Park needs major upgrading, a new play structure, more tables/benches near the beach, upgrading of bathroom and something needs to be done about the sewer gas odor which is very unpleasant at times.

142.9/21/2008 4:33:00 AMWe are happy to see the reduction in the number of geese.

143.9/21/2008 5:04:00 AMThe beautiful improvements at Hideaway are much appreciated. It is a pleasure to use the pavilion and the beach areas.

144.9/21/2008 4:05:00 PMThe sewer stench at Explorer park is nasty. Goose poop (much better than it used to be). The swimming area within the bouys at Vista is much rockier/stony than Explorer. Possibly some of the stones could be raked out during water draw down and sand added.

145.9/21/2008 8:59:00 PMneed pathways with lights for events in the parks.

146.9/22/2008 12:25:00 AMNeed a Kayak storage and launch on the Main Gate Side

147.9/22/2008 1:00:00 AMLow wall at newest home adjacent to Vista Park is a hazard to playing children and should not have been allowed

148.9/22/2008 3:12:00 AMsewage odor is a problem at Explorer park.

149.9/22/2008 4:35:00 AMWe do not use the Parks regularly because we cannot bring our pets with us. Not all pet owners are irresponsible.

150.9/22/2008 4:28:00 PMI just wish there was not so much "goose poop" on the lawns at Hideaway. We attend when we have visits from grandchildren and the goose poop is a turn-off. Honestly, there is not much your staff can do about this problem. We'll just deal with it!!

151.9/22/2008 10:09:00 PMThere are occasional sewer smell at Explorer park; very unpleasant when picnicking.

152.9/22/2008 10:53:00 PMParks are well maintained

153.9/22/2008 11:53:00 PMgoose pool situation has improved, but parks needs more frequent cleaning. I am happy with the HIdeaway remodel and look forward to other park remods.

154.9/22/2008 11:58:00 PMSewage smells at Explorer

155.9/23/2008 12:27:00 AMToo much duck poop. We need a better way to maintain cleanliness of the beaches regarding these birds. I like the idea that people can play sports at the park...great job of improving Commodore!

156.9/23/2008 1:58:00 AMThere is still too much geese droppings.

157.9/23/2008 4:57:00 AMThe water in the roped off areas does not seem to be that clean. The rocks are slimy

158.9/23/2008 6:50:00 PMGoose droppings in all parks are a great concern.

159.9/23/2008 7:12:00 PMThe parks and beaches are well maintained.

160.9/23/2008 7:38:00 PMNo Comment

161.9/23/2008 8:13:00 PMThe bird poop at Hideaway can get pretty gross especially on the beach by the docks.

162.9/23/2008 10:21:00 PMwould like to see a dog park in lww

163.9/23/2008 11:58:00 PMI like the absence of goose droppings, thanks Ward Thompson.

164.9/24/2008 12:39:00 AMExplorer Park seems to have a bothersome smell in the late afternoon/ early evening that seems to come from the bathrooms

165.9/24/2008 1:01:00 AMLet's get the low wattage light bulbs installed in the restrooms. I've noticed the old bulbs.

166.9/24/2008 3:28:00 AMCommodore park is such a nice large park, it would be great to have concerts there in the summer, LWW could charge admission and serve dinners at the new clubhouse.

167.9/24/2008 8:22:00 PMI suggest that some or at least one of the parks should have a low (4" to 6" above water) dock for use by canoeists, kayakers and other small boats. I also suggest that the association consider adding lockable and secure rack storage for kayaks, canoes, and small rowing craft at one of the parks, preferably Meadow Park.

168.9/24/2008 9:09:00 PMALL PARKS NEED HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE RESTROOM FACILITIES!!!

169.9/24/2008 10:26:00 PMre explorer ... former GM placed the swings etc on valuable beach (this beach is smaller than others) asked w/ petition that it be moved further back. It was his way or the highway. The sand/ gravel that is placed there every year is extremely dusty, the kids want to play catch or swing kick up dust, disturbing other users many who have respitory problems & I can' t believe that the prents want their kids or grand kids breathing the dust.

170.9/24/2008 11:49:00 PMthe ground cover at explorer is not sand, it appears to be some sort of gravel. When one walks or plays on this gravel it throws off considerable dust. This dust is injested into the lungs of those nearby including the children. I hope you are aware how toxic this dust is. Ihope this is not the silt from the lake. Whatever it is,we better take a good look at possible health effects.

171.9/25/2008 4:08:00 AMMore goose patrol work at Vista Park.

172.9/25/2008 4:24:00 AMHideaway is looking better and better. Commodore could use another restroom.

173.9/25/2008 6:25:00 PMIt is not right that a wedding party can limit the ability to swim at Commodore Park! There should be a SPECIFIC location dedicated to where the actual wedding can take place, and not where swimming is restricted.

174.9/25/2008 8:59:00 PMMore marina space would be nice, we are on the waiting list

175.9/25/2008 11:01:00 PMHideaway-1 or 2 more beach umbrellas (fixed permanent sun protection) close to lake

176.9/26/2008 5:18:00 AMBeaches are well maintained and are a definite assest for the community.

177.9/26/2008 2:54:00 PMOne of the main reasons we chose to purchase a home in Lake Wildwood was the access to 5 different parks to walk our small dogs in, we are very frustrated to have learned Lake Wildwood prohibits this activity. Now I am forced to walk my dog on busy streets without a sidewalk or safe area in which to do so. I am a very responsible dog owner, we clean up after our dogs and if I walk my dog in a park, we do not go into the picnicing areas with the dogs. Lake Wildwood should be more responsive to dog owners.

178.9/26/2008 4:19:00 PMAllow dogs in parks to keep geese out

179.9/26/2008 4:57:00 PMExplorer has the nicest beach, but stinks because of the sewer. Meadow and Hideaway have weed problems.

180.9/26/2008 6:09:00 PMNeed built in barbeques in Commodore and Hideaway Parks. Existing barbeques are in terrible condition. Please, please, please let us take our dogs to the parks. If not all, designate at least one park where we can take them. The wildlife make far more of a mess than our personal pets. Add the doggie potty bag dispensers at the designated park.

181.9/26/2008 6:53:00 PMBeautiful trees planted at Hideaway Park but we don't like the fact that there isn't much ball playing area anymore. We feel the trees should have been planted with better planning.

182.9/26/2008 8:02:00 PMKeep up the good work with the goose patrol and keeping the goose poop cleaned up

183.9/27/2008 4:47:00 AMToo many animal drops on the grass.

184.9/27/2008 4:58:00 AMWould like to see less goose poop, but generally the facilities are very clean and inviting.

185.9/27/2008 12:27:00 PMBiggest concern is the water quality for swimming.

186.9/27/2008 7:02:00 PMThank you for having recycling bins at each park. Please allow dogs at ONE park & beach.

187.9/28/2008 12:32:00 AMPrefer to have dogs allowed in the parks (most residents pick up the litter) and that would help eliminate the ducks (whose litter is not picked up).

188.9/28/2008 4:40:00 AMThere should be no smoking allowed..... the smokers are setting a bad example for the children and making the other visitors breath awful air

189.9/28/2008 5:02:00 AMWould have put very satified if not for all the geese poop at Commodore park

190.9/28/2008 11:14:00 PMall which has receintly been done at Hideway is great. Just need a closter bathroom.....

191.9/28/2008 11:54:00 PMWould like fans in Hideaway Park pavilion.

192.9/28/2008 11:59:00 PMWent to the 4th fireworks about 3 years ago, and have not been back since, due to the geese droppings problem

193.9/29/2008 12:13:00 AMNeed better control of the duck population and penalties for feeding them.

194.9/29/2008 12:51:00 AMLitter, dogs off leahses, loud parties, no parking. Non-stickered/non-residents using our parks.

195.9/29/2008 1:31:00 AMUnpleasant odor at Explorer Park is an issue!

196.9/29/2008 9:18:00 PMreplenishing sand at kayak launch site is appreciated

197.9/29/2008 9:26:00 PMThe crowded courts suggest that additional bocce ball courts would be well utilized.

198.9/30/2008 2:13:00 AMWe like the up-grades at Hideaway Park

199.9/30/2008 3:45:00 AMDon't run sprinklers during park open hours. Pave boat ramp parking.

200.9/30/2008 4:49:00 AMLove it; we're not full time residents, but we use the beach facilities most often in the summer. Wish we could have the dog there, though.

201.9/30/2008 4:35:00 PMAllow Dogs in the park. Install the "popper bag" distributer and educate on use to keep our parks clean. This is a great asset that pet owners would love. Also, more Goose exhaust on the beach than any dog. Other towns do this and have great energy by doing so. Please. Thank you.

202.9/30/2008 6:57:00 PMThere should be at lest one park which allows dogs.

203.9/30/2008 7:22:00 PMThe parks are fine and we usually just go to the parks for club activeties.

204.9/30/2008 9:32:00 PMWe want total beach access for the 4th of July. Having the beach blocked off for fireworks during this crowded day is not acceptable to owners. 2008 was a great year. Thank you for the change.

205.9/30/2008 11:23:00 PMI would like dog w/ leash allowed in Parks w/pick up bag provided

206.10/1/2008 5:59:00 PMSewer smell at Explorer Park is a problem

207.10/1/2008 6:22:00 PMMore play equipment, especially at Vista. Why was the climbing structure removed?

208.10/1/2008 7:00:00 PMWould like to walk my dog to the parks and keep it on a leash and clean up after it if necessary.

209.10/1/2008 8:22:00 PMthe pool should be open year-round.

210.10/1/2008 11:50:00 PMNice to have more tables and shade like covers

211.10/2/2008 12:16:00 AMPlease restore a large, safe, inflatable raft at Commodore Park. Everybody had fun on the old slippery wooden one.

212.10/2/2008 12:33:00 AMThe goose problem that seems to be getting under control. Much better than a couple of years ago.

213.10/2/2008 1:15:00 AMWe should consider a dog park. Our 4 legged family members (pets) would enjoy and so would we.

214.10/2/2008 2:29:00 AMExporer Park has a "sewer smell" at times

215.10/2/2008 3:46:00 AMthe soccer goals need to move from Meadow to Commodore(behind the marina bathrooms) please! the goals have not been used at meadow ...ever, because you kick a soccer ball and it goes stright in the water! the new landscaping at hideway is terrible...it takes up all the space where families used to play frisbee and football, and soccer and wiffle ball. big mounds of dirt....right in the way...they should of outlined the terrain...not broke up the terrain. and ....most....important!!!...The stench at explorer park is unbearable!!! you must, I repeat must, do something about the pump station at explorer park!!!!!!!!it's embarressing to guests, and honestly it is a health hazard!!! Please, please help with this...if nothing else, please fix explorer park!

216.10/2/2008 4:26:00 AMKeep the docks in better condition.

217.10/2/2008 5:17:00 AMa dog park would be a great asset

218.10/2/2008 4:31:00 PMExcept at explorer hideaway and vista parks, the geese poop is not cleaned up like at commodore. We sure wish it was. Many of our friends and residents have the same complaints.

219.10/2/2008 6:05:00 PMCommodore park is mantained very well, I realize Commodore is used for special functions and activities and maybe that is why it gets so much attention to maintenance. We feel that the other parks are being neglected of maintenance in particular, Vista, Meadow and Hideaway Parks. Vista Park is one of the most used parks in Wildwood and the lack of upkeep really shows, grass dead in many places, no weadeating done, picnic tables in terrible shape. Meadow Park usually just gets a weakly mow and no other attention, the basketball court should be blown clean which never happens. Hideaway Park does look better with the new trees planted but it could look a lot nicer if more time was spent on a weakly basis with maintenance. The main problem is not enough time spent at these other parks, when most of the time is spent at commodore for maintenance. I have contacted Dan Watson numerous times about these issues with no change, I hope this will spark something the parks are a huge asset to Wildwood and they should be as beutiful as they could be.

220.10/2/2008 9:09:00 PMToo much sewer odor at Explorer Park. Otherwise, we love the beaches and are willing to put up with a little goose poop.

221.10/2/2008 9:37:00 PMLandscapeing could be a little more.......

222.10/2/2008 11:14:00 PMI am very pleased with the Parks and Beaches. I understand the rule, but there are times I would like to bring my dog.

223.10/3/2008 3:49:00 AMwe like the location and setting of hideaway but the water is very fithly with duck poop.

224.10/3/2008 5:14:00 AMSometimes there is a lot of goose droppings at the parks and beaches. It makes it inconvienient and unsanitary when the beaches and parks are in this condition.

225.10/3/2008 2:51:00 PMAllow limited dog access in one park with pickup bag dispenser. Benches along waterfront.

226.10/3/2008 7:27:00 PMWould like at least one park and beach that is Dog Friendly where dogs are allowed on leashes.

227.10/3/2008 8:08:00 PMIt would be nice to have a hose available to hose down the sand on hot days at the volleyball sand court in Commodore. A water fountain would be nice so we can drink out of. When they first dug the sand pit, we disagreed on location - TOO CLOSE TO WATER - on a hard spike the ball goes into the water (water ruins the ball - pigskin) - THE CONSTRUCTION staff ignored us and said this is where the association allocated. We thought the grass volleyball court closer to the road was more appropriate and it wasn't as close to the water. They ignored us and still dug - hit a water main we believe that during digging of the current sand court it got flooded for a while. WE'RE STILL THANKFUL THOUGH AND WE USE CURRENT SAND COURT. WE WISH THEY COULD INSTALL A LOW FENCING SO THE BALL DOESN'T ROLL TO THE WATER. Our main concern is where the ball falls is a "NO SWIM ZONE" since the boat dock and gas dock is right there. We would appreciate if there could be a fence that's still aesthetically pretty for the volleyball players but not close off access to the water for the fishermen. LIGHTS WOULD BE APPRECIATED FOR THE SAND VOLLEYBALL COURT SO WE CAN PLAY UNTIL NIGHT TIME JUST LIKE THE TENNIS PLAYERS. It would be nice to have a horseshoe pit on the other side of Marina on Commodore Park side. Maybe even a golf disc basket, so we can practice in. The Big BBQ pit is not always by the sand volleyball court. It would be nice to have a permanent big bbq pit by the sand volleyball since we gather by the court playing games all day. Maybe someday we can hold tournaments there. We like to play all day sometimes. It would be nice to have a bigger Dance Room with ballet bars and maybe even poles for dancing practice. I am a dancer and I would like to have access to the dance room for personal rehearse time (if available) other than having to attend a yoga class/exercise class. I dont' know the current plans of the building that's being built right now but is very exciting. I'm hoping that the Dance Room will not have allotted open hours and WILL BE OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS for use. If the space has been booked by someone then they can have it. I've seen many dance rooms where they have a sheet where people can book the space on a first come first serve basis. Of course groups that are larger may have precedence over smaller groups. The dance room should have a decent sound system and a dvd player so users can view self-help dance/workout videos as they are practicing. People should be able to record their own videos for choreography review. Mirrors are necessity. It would be nice if there is also a view to the water. more relaxing for yoga participators. When I start teaching my son to dance - it would be nice once he's older and his other friends are dancing - maybe we'll have a little dance hip hop crew of 5 year olds :) My child is currently 2. Hopefully there is a workout room as well to lift weights, etc. The toys are locked up at the commodore park children's playground though :( We wish the keys to the toybox are available at the second gate rather than having to depend on the snack shack to be open to acces toys. We frequent this park and my boy is always bummed when the toys are locked up. Maybe with the new building there will always be someone available. WE LOVE THE POOL AND WE LIKE THAT ITS OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND. WE ARE VERY HAPPY HERE AND LOOK FORWARD TO THE IMPROVEMENTS. THANK YOU FOR LETTING US BE HEARD.

228.10/3/2008 8:54:00 PMRepair the group barbecue at Commodore Park

229.10/3/2008 9:05:00 PMWhere do I start...every park but Commodore looks unkept and no where near as important in reflecting pride in our community. Vista-the grass(or should it be called weeds) aren't mowed very often, the trees and rocks around the lake aren't trimmed and there is goose poop everywhere! Hideaway-the bathroom is smelly and gross. Meadow-the grass is always soggy and wet. There is poor drainage at the corner of the basketball court nearest to the bathroom. Explorer-often a gross sewer smell. Commodore-grass is watered and mowed daily and ALWAYS looks pristine. If only the same care and pride was taken with the other parks.

230.10/3/2008 10:05:00 PMWould be good to see more swings (infant swings as well)

231.10/3/2008 10:25:00 PMPermit supervised pets in the parks.

232.10/4/2008 2:44:00 AMI live across from Commodore Park and the dog patrol is a waste of time. The dog chases the geese into the lake and as soon as the dog leaves the geese come out of the water and back to the park.

233.10/4/2008 2:44:00 AMThe grass at all of the parks, especially at Vista park, is about 75% weeds. The weed level, especially of Crab Grass, in all parks and the golf course is terrible. From time to time I get Crab grass in my yard and I have a very simple weed control spray I use on it and it works great. I Ken wolford wants a demonstration on how to use it, I will personally purchase some and give him a demonstration of how it works.

234.10/4/2008 2:59:00 AMWe are very much looking forward to the new recreation facility.

235.10/4/2008 3:26:00 AMCould use one more dock at Hideaway due to Yacht club events usually entail 10 boats. Geese poop situation nicely improved from some 3 years ago.

236.10/4/2008 3:39:00 PMNeed more parking spaces for events held at Hideaway Park. Restrooms at Hideaway Park need lights.

237.10/4/2008 5:25:00 PMThank you for containing the Geese - Much less goose doo!

238.10/4/2008 8:04:00 PMkeep simple, but clean

239.10/4/2008 9:44:00 PMThe diving board was removed from the pool. Perhaps they could build some slides and diving boards at the parks?

240.10/4/2008 10:00:00 PMOne park should allow dogs

241.10/4/2008 10:42:00 PMOur lives have changed dramatically recently. Our children and grandchildren no longer come up as often, and since we have sold our boat, we don't go either. WE love being on our back deck and looking/watching the golf course and golfers

242.10/5/2008 1:03:00 AMBetter clean up of the goose poop along the beaches regularly during the summer. Commodore Park swim area is pretty scummy to swim in. Much of the shoreline is gross with lakeweed.

243.10/5/2008 3:32:00 AMContinue a program to control the geese so owners can enjoy the parks. We appreciate the program to control weeds and water quality

244.10/5/2008 4:56:00 AMImproved bathroom facilities; kayak storage; enlarge boat marina;

245.10/6/2008 4:27:00 AMThere are not as many swings and other playground equipment around anymore. Why? Where does the equipment go?

246.10/10/2008 2:31:00 AMNeed better lighting at Commodore Park exits.

247.10/10/2008 6:55:00 PMNeed more tables close to parking

248.10/10/2008 7:08:00 PMHideaway landscape was unnecessary.

249.10/10/2008 8:28:00 PMmore restrooms at commodore

250.10/10/2008 9:31:00 PMmust keep wildlife under control

251.10/10/2008 9:35:00 PMtrees at explorer park need to be cleaned up of dead limbs

252.10/11/2008 12:40:00 PMMore seating and additional toilets

253.10/11/2008 9:07:00 PMI would like to see dogs on leash able to enter the smaller parks if off season ( not Commodore Park).

254.10/12/2008 6:46:00 PMtoo much algae & in 07 leeches reported in lake and I observed two girls say "leeches are on me now" some times the septic-like odor at a couple of the parks is overwhelming.

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